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Where you're brunching: Vines Restaurant & Bar at Hyatt Regency Valencia
And what you're brunching on: Dishes that don't have to be scrubbed, stacked and put away by Mom! Oh, wait... you probably wanted to know about the food, not the flatware. In that case, here's what you need to know: Mother's Day brunch at Vines is just like your mother - refined, and even more fun with a mimosa! Treat the whole family to a vast selection of freshly-carved meats, seafood delicacies, incredible salads and sides, plus a plethora of gourmet desserts as sweet as the woman of honor. 799-1234

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Where you're brunching: Salt Creek Grille
Why you're doing it at Salt Creek: If Mom loves dining al fresco, you won't do better than Salt Creek's covered patio - though every spot in the well-appointed restaurant is equally comfortable. Head over from 9am to 3pm for an extensive brunch selection of handcarved meats, freshly-prepped pastas, savory salads, baked delicacies, homemade desserts and much, much more. Reservations are available for parties of seven or larger. Adults are $39.95 and children under 12 are $14.95. 222-9999

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Where you're brunching: Marston's Restaurant
What Mom will rave about on her Facebook page: All the deliciousness of Marson's regular menu, plus additional mouth-watering Mother's Day menu items including the Lobster Cobb, the Tenderloin Benedict Smoked Salmon Omelet and the Jumbo Lump Crab Cake Sandwich with Lemon Caper Mayo, Field Greens and Tomato. Remind her to take a perfect snapshot before she dives in. 253-9910

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Where you're brunching: Wolf Creek Restaurant & Brewing Co. & the Brewery
In one word, why: "Beermosas" are available all day at the Brewery on Rye Canyon Loop in Valencia (294-9977), along with the cool sounds of acoustic performer Steven Jones from 2pm to 5pm. The restaurant will have a killer collection of Mother's Day Specials, too. 263-9653

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Where you're brunching: The Oaks Grille at Tournament Players Club Valencia
Your new favorite brunch "must": TPC Valencia's Mother's Day brunch has it all - including a made-to-order crepe station. This isn't your standard Mother's Day spread. Mom will nosh on roasted prime rib, Alaskan crab legs, jumbo shrimp cocktail, seared Mako shark with coconut rice and tropical fruit, lamb osso bucco and many more exquisitely-prepared dishes. Bonus: Mom gets a complimentary mimosa. 288-1995

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What's exciting: Wolf Creek Brewery's "Community Pints"
What it is: Beginning in May, Wolf Creek Brewery on Rye Canyon Loop will be open on Tuesdays to partner with a different non-profit org each month to help raise funds and awareness. It's a great way for the brand to celebrate their 20th year in business - and an even better way for you to experience the best locally-brewed beer around. Also exciting: Bands will be performing every Friday night at the Brewery while guests can taste special cask ales and Brewery-only releases. Follow Wolf Creek Brewery on Facebook for a current schedule. 294-9977

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What's exciting: Complimentary bridal suite access, wedding day coordination and free Chivari chairs at Valencia Country Club
How you get these goodies: When you book your 2016 wedding at the Valencia Country Club, you'll receive complimentary access to the bridal suite and day-of coordination; if you book your rehearsal dinner, bridal shower or baby shower at the view-tastic venue, you'll receive complimentary Chivari chairs. See how easy it is to get gifts when you're getting married or having a baby? Keep that in mind for the registry!
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What's exciting: Dinner and entertainment at Persia Hookah Lounge
Why you should go: With live bands every Saturday night and belly dancing every Friday night, Persia Lounge has become quite an SCV hotspot. Check out their delish lunch buffet Monday through Saturday from 11:30am to 2:30pm and go on Mother's Day when Mom eats free with the purchase of another guest's meal. And if you've never been, go! Most SCVians have never had Persian food, so they don't know what they're missing. But we know - and we promise, you're going to love their fresh wild-caught salmon, yogurt dips, hummus, kabobs, wraps and more. Persia Lounge delicately seasons each of their menu selections to take you on an exotic culinary journey of excellence you'll love. Each dish is specially prepared for you from the freshest, highest-quality ingredients. Ask your server for recommendations based on your preferences for a meal you'll crave again and again. 259-4100







What's sweet: the "Best Mom Around" Bundt cake from Nothing Bundt Cakes
Why a bundt is the sweetest choice: Made from premium ingredients, baked onsite and crowned with their signature cream cheese frosting, Nothing Bundt Cakes offers 10 delicious flavors and four different sizes so you can custom fit culinary perfection for the most perfect mom around. Eds. Note: We ordered the gluten-free bundt for Easter and the whole family agreed that it was the most delicious cake - gluten or not - that we've had in ages. If gluten's on your no-fly-list, try this bundt! 291-2424

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What's sweet: Solita in the Westfield Valencia Town Center Shops on the Patios
Why it's sa-weeet: Kids eat free every Monday at Solita and their lunch specials are all under $10. Solita is the "little Mexican place" we've always wanted to have in our neighborhood, with fab food and drinks, a casual vibe and price points that make it affordable to visit on a whim. We're loving the authentic recipes sourced from their chef's south-of-the-border travels that are cooked from scratch every day and kissed by the oak smoke from their wood grill. Pair your top choice with a margarita crafted from the best 100-percent blue agave highland tequilas, fresh-squeezed juices and real fruit. 291-1399

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What's sweet: cookies and cakepops from CAKEgoodness
What you'll want to order: CAKEgoodness is known for their to-die-for cakes, cupcakes and cakepops (That must be why they put the "CAKE" part of the name in caps! Really - check out these gorgeous floral pops and you'll see why people drive from all over to CAKEgoodness in Newhall!) but here's the downlow: Their cookies are crazy-good, too. When you stop into the Newhall location you'll find cookies that are mere minutes old, since they sell out so fast the supply is consistently baked fresh throughout the day. These babies are big, baked to perfection and will have you addicted after your first bite. Start with the Chocolate Chip or the Sugar Cookie to discover what you're missing. 799-7510

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What you're doing: On May 31, over 100 golfers will take to the links at the beautiful Tournament Players Club Valencia for a day of great golf, great food, great friends and a great cause - and you should be one of them.
Why you're doing it: For the third straight year, David Rendall, owner of RE/MAX of Valencia and Santa Clarita, will serve as the Presenting/Hope Sponsor of the Youth Project's Annual Golf Classic. Golfers will compete in an 18-hole four-player scramble as well as have a chance to win a car at the Toyota Hole in One challenge, plus gain access to a golf cart and range balls, continental breakfast, an on-course lunch, post-round buffet, awards reception and $150 credit to spend in the Nike Concept Shop.

"I am grateful that so many people come together each year to play and lend their support for an organization I believe in so deeply and that does so much for the teens of Santa Clarita. It's a great networking event, but also a perfect way to have fun," says Kathy Watterson, event co-chair, Youth Project board member and Realtor with RE/MAX of Santa Clarita.
In 2014/2015, with services on six high school and four junior high campuses, the Youth Project provided more than 8,000 hours of service to over 1,000 young adults in the Santa Clarita Valley with serious life challenges including depression, suicide, grief/loss, peer pressure and drug/alcohol abuse. Player spots $200; Foresomes $700; sponsorships are available. Log on for more info and to buy yours. www.helpnothassle.com

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What you're doing: Attending Santa Clarita Ballet's "Tea & Toeshoes" event
Why you're doing it: On Saturday, May 7 at the Valencia Country Club, Santa Clarita Ballet's annual Tea & Toeshoes event will offer ladies of all ages respite from the routines of modern life by presenting a sumptuous tea and dazzling ballet performance that transports guests back in time to the days of gentle manners, garden parties and feminine elegance.
Ladies of all ages should wear their favorite spring dresses and hats for this traditional tea featuring dainty finger sandwiches, tea with clotted cream and decadent scones served by fully-costumed ballerinas. Following the tea, the Best Hat Contest winner will be announced and the littlest ladies will enjoy a ballet lesson and whimsical party favors. The highlight of this afternoon of relaxation and decadence includes a sneak peek of June's performance of "Peter Pan" featuring the most advanced Company ballerinas. Tea & Toeshoes tickets are now on sale at Santa Clarita Ballet for seatings at 11am and 2pm. Santa Clarita Ballet Company is a 501(c)(3) non-profit; all proceeds will benefit the company and are tax deductible under IRS tax code. 251-6844